AE614E - Propulsion

Objectives

General objective:

This module provides the basics required for understanding the aero-thermodynamic operation of the various types of engine, for the purpose of engine certification and for certification of the propulsion system on an aircraft.
After the course, the student will be able to:
- To be able to understand the basics of aerothermodynamics principles of the various type of engines.
To understand the main requirements for the certification of engines and powerplant.

Detailed objectives:

Review of thermodynamics as applied to engines
- General operating principles of engines